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==Use with PC platforms==
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===Windows===
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{{ii}} Connecting the controller should automatically download and install latest drivers for the controller.
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{{--}} Configuration is available only in {{store link|Microsoft Store|9nblggh30xj3|Xbox Accessories}} tool which is available on Windows 10.
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{{++}} Custom application [https://www.rewasd.com/ reWASD] lets remap whole controller and works on Windows 7 or newer. Software gives advanced customization options eg. reassigning paddles to keyboard or mouse actions, macros, activate custom modes etc.
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===OS X===
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{{ii}} Use the [https://github.com/360Controller/360Controller/releases/tag/v0.16.5 360Controller custom driver].
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===Linux===
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{{ii}} The Xbox Elite Controller is natively supported by distros using Linux kernel 4.7 (or later)<ref>[https://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=Linux-4.7-One-Elite-Controller Linux 4.7 One Elite Controller | Phoronix]</ref>. Vibration is currently not supported.<ref>[http://www.gamingonlinux.com/articles/xbox-one-controller-now-works-on-linux-without-vibration-.4413/ Xbox One Controller Now Works On Linux (Without Vibration) | GamingOnLinux]</ref>
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==Steam==
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{{ii}} Can be recognized as Xbox One controller.
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{{--}} Not capable of making full use of [[Store:Steam#Steam Input|Steam Input]]. Steam does not see paddles at all and assigning them to ABXY buttons by default.<ref>[http://steamcommunity.com/groups/steamuniverse/discussions/1/458606248615748046/ SteamOS update | Steam Universe Group]</ref>
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{{ii}} Configuration applied by official {{store link|Microsoft Store|9nblggh30xj3|Xbox Accessories}} App or [https://www.rewasd.com/ reWASD] is coexisting with Steam. Steam Input does not overwrite their configuration.
  
 
== Accessories ==
 
== Accessories ==

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Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 cover
XInput support
Predecessor
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller
Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 on Wikipedia

Key points

Natively supported by most modern games.
Controller is improved version of Xbox Elite Wireless Controller with interchangeable back paddles, D-pads and adjustable-tension thumbsticks, as well as shorter hair trigger locks.
The controller allows button-mapping using a Xbox Accessories App on both Xbox One and Windows 10.
Limited configuration of paddles. Official software allows duplicate existing buttons of the controller and assign them to paddles.
Physical switch on controller toggles preset moves on the fly. Three configs can be stored locally on controller and 256 configs in the cloud.
Controllers can be used wired connections (via USB-C) or wirelessly with the Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows (supports up to 8 controllers).[1] or Bluetooth connection.
Internal, rechargeable battery with up to 40 hours of battery life per charge. Battery life varies with usage and other factors.

General information

Official website
Official Guide for PC users
Community configs for Xbox Elite Controller
PC Games with Xbox One Controller Support
Preorder

Use with PC platforms

Windows

Connecting the controller should automatically download and install latest drivers for the controller.
Configuration is available only in Xbox Accessories tool which is available on Windows 10.
Custom application reWASD lets remap whole controller and works on Windows 7 or newer. Software gives advanced customization options eg. reassigning paddles to keyboard or mouse actions, macros, activate custom modes etc.

OS X

Use the 360Controller custom driver.

Linux

The Xbox Elite Controller is natively supported by distros using Linux kernel 4.7 (or later)[2]. Vibration is currently not supported.[3]

Steam

Can be recognized as Xbox One controller.
Not capable of making full use of Steam Input. Steam does not see paddles at all and assigning them to ABXY buttons by default.[4]
Configuration applied by official Xbox Accessories App or reWASD is coexisting with Steam. Steam Input does not overwrite their configuration.

Accessories

In the box of Elite controller you can find:[5]
  • Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2
  • Carrying case
  • Set of 6 thumbsticks: Standard (2), Classic (2), Tall (1), Wide Dome (1)
  • Set of 4 paddles: Medium (2), Mini (2)
  • Set of 2 D-pads: Standard, Faceted
  • Thumbstick-adjustment tool
  • Charging dock
  • USB-C cable

Technical information

Controller button Button label and axis
A Button 1
B Button 2
X Button 3
Y Button 4
LB Button 5
RB Button 6
LT Z-axis positive
RT Z-axis negative
Back Button 7
Start Button 8
Left stick Button 9, X-axis, Y-axis
Right stick Button 10, X-rotation, Z-rotation
Guide button
D-pad up POV up
D-pad down POV down
D-pad left POV left
D-pad right POV right
Upper left paddle A/Button 1
Upper right paddle B/Button 2
Lower left paddle X/Button 3
Lower right paddle Y/Button 4


References